On property rights as a check against political power, Pitt edition
“The poorest man may in his cottage bid defiance to all the forces of the Crown. It may be frail—its roof may shake—the wind may blow through it—the storm may enter—the rain may enter—but the King of England cannot enter!” (William Pitt, March 1763 speech. Pitt was a British Whig politician, including being Prime Minister […]
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